Walking holidays are the perfect way to discover Italy. While many visitors flock to cities like Rome, Venice, Verona and Florence (and for good reason!) there are myriad experiences to be enjoyed away from the well-trod tourist trail.
We combine the best of both worlds on our walk and discover holidays, which perfectly balance city exploration with time out in nature to appreciate Italy’s rolling hills and colourful coast. Enjoy guided tours with local guides to delve into art, culture, history and more, then follow on an expert guide on a walk, either in a rural location or to see another side of a well-loved destination. We think it's the perfect way to take a city break to another level, and see another side to a country.
Our Italian Walk & Discover Tours
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Popular FAQs
Italian use the Euro, having adopted the currency in 1999. They were one of the first countries to adopt the Euro, along with Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain.
Spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) are ideal times to visit Italy thanks to its comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds. The gardens that line the shores are at their most colourful between April and June with vibrant blooms and the rising temperatures are also a real draw.
The summer months of July and August see the highest temperatures, making this a great time to relax by the water, but it’s also when visitor numbers reach their peak. In September, the heat of summer subsides, making the lakeshores ideal for sightseeing. Hotels often shut down in winter when temperatures drop considerably from November to March.
Italian cuisine is widely regarded as the best in the world, making it an ideal destination for food lovers. The foundation of Italian food is the Mediterranean diet, which incorporates a variety of fresh ingredients such as pasta, fish, fruits, and vegetables into every dish. Simplicity is the hallmark of Italian cuisine, preferring a few fresh ingredients over complicated recipes. With more than 300 tomato varieties grown in the country annually, it is a core ingredient in many dishes. Italy is also known for its delicious cheeses, including mozzarella, mascarpone, and burrata, which are commonly used in many dishes.
Of course, pizza is an obviously popular Italian dish - as are pasta dishes such as Bolognese and lasagna - but you should also consider bottarga (salted, cured fish roe pouch, typically of the grey mullet), Fiorentina steak, ribollita (Tuscan bread soup) and arancini (stuffed, deep-fried rice balls).
Love food? You’ll love our foodie holidays including a visit to Italy’s gastronomic capital, Bologna.
In restaurants and cafés, Tipping might not be the norm, like it is in North America, but it’s still appreciated, especially when the service has been particularly good. In taxis, tipping is not expected, but if rounding up the charge makes life easier, they won’t object!
Good quality walking shoes or boots are a must. We also recommend a waterproof jacket, comfortable rucksack, hat, sunglasses, sun cream, water bottle and clothes that can be layered easily. Hiking poles are not necessary, but you may wish to take them.
Most of our walks are guided by accredited local professionals, who have intimate knowledge of the routes and can offer meaningful information about the history and nature of the area.
Our Walk & Discover holidays are designed to appeal to anyone who would typically enjoy a tour but would like to incorporate a little more activity. There is often a choice between a ‘green’ and ‘blue’ option. A reasonable level of fitness is essential for all walks – while the green walk should suit most travellers, the blue option is perfect for those who prefer a bit more of a challenge.
We've put together a few graphs on our elevation graphs page to help show the elevation of each of the walks on this tour, so that you can gauge how difficult the walk would be - in terms of length and elevation.
On each walk we prefer an intimate atmosphere, so you can expect around 12 to 18 people. Depending on the nature of the walk, the group may occasionally be slightly larger. The wider group size will be a little larger, mainly during coach transfers.
While we will always try to adhere to the route as advertised, we may be required to modify the itinerary due to local conditions. Our guides may also make minor changes to tailor the walk to the group.
We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to call us to discuss these concerns. General information on mobility in connection with our tours can be found here.
